Red River Parish Schools & Education
Red River Parish, Louisiana
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
42/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
42.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
42.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 85.4%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,640
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,881
School Score
42/100
Higher = better
State avg 53/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#45
of 64 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Red River Parish
School Verdict
Red River Parish has average school quality (score: 42/100) with a graduation rate of 42.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Red River Parish spends $9,640 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Red River Parish is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 21% below the Louisiana average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 43.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 22% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Red River Parish, Louisiana
A Small, Centralized Rural School System
Red River Parish operates a consolidated system of five public schools serving 1,412 students within a single district. The infrastructure includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, providing a streamlined educational path for local families.
Funding Challenges and Performance Gaps
The parish invests $9,640 per pupil, which exceeds the state average of $7,881 but remains below the national $13,000 benchmark. Currently, the graduation rate of 42.0% and a school score of 34.0 significantly trail both state and national averages.
Red River Parish School District
The Red River Parish School District manages all five public campuses in the area, with no charter schools currently in operation. The district focus is centered on its traditional public facilities, which serve the entire student population of 1,412.
Fully Rural Learning Environments
Every school in the parish is classified as rural, with an average school size of 282 students. Red River Elementary School is the largest campus with 631 students, while the Red River Academic Academy offers a more intimate setting for just 73 students.
Quiet Living Near Local Schools
Families looking for a tight-knit, rural community will find a centralized school system where students often remain together from kindergarten through graduation. Explore homes near the main Red River campuses to enjoy a short commute and a community-focused lifestyle.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Red River Parish
Total Enrollment
1,412
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Red River Parish
Red River Parish
5 Public Schools in Red River Parish
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red River Elementary School | Red River Parish | PK–5 | Primary | 631 |
| Red River High School | Red River Parish | 9–12 | High | 364 |
| Red River Junior High School | Red River Parish | 6–8 | Middle | 264 |
| Ware Youth Center | Red River Parish | KG–12 | Alternative | 80 |
| Red River Academic Academy | Red River Parish | 3–6 | Alternative | 73 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,640
State avg $7,881
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Red River Parish, Louisiana — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Red River Parish, Louisiana?
Red River Parish operates a consolidated system of five public schools serving 1,412 students within a single district. The infrastructure includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, providing a streamlined educational path for local families.
How do schools in Red River Parish perform academically?
The parish invests $9,640 per pupil, which exceeds the state average of $7,881 but remains below the national $13,000 benchmark. Currently, the graduation rate of 42.0% and a school score of 34.0 significantly trail both state and national averages.
What are the major school districts in Red River Parish, Louisiana?
The Red River Parish School District manages all five public campuses in the area, with no charter schools currently in operation. The district focus is centered on its traditional public facilities, which serve the entire student population of 1,412.
What is the school experience like in Red River Parish?
Every school in the parish is classified as rural, with an average school size of 282 students. Red River Elementary School is the largest campus with 631 students, while the Red River Academic Academy offers a more intimate setting for just 73 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Red River Parish, Louisiana?
Families looking for a tight-knit, rural community will find a centralized school system where students often remain together from kindergarten through graduation. Explore homes near the main Red River campuses to enjoy a short commute and a community-focused lifestyle.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.